Train from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Richmond to Detroit on 30 January
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Detroit

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Detroit. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
19h 15mAverage duration
445 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£64 - £189Average duration19h 15m
18kg CO₂e
Average price£130 - £969Average duration1d 9h
65kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Detroit?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Detroit start from £130. The average price for this train route is around £179. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Richmond to Detroit?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to Detroit is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 441 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Richmond to Detroit route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Detroit?

    The earliest train from Richmond to Detroit departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
27/01
£143
28/01
£215
Today
£124
30/01
£125
31/01
£125
01/02
£108
02/02
£108
03/02
£108
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of £108

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £108 to £935 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £108, which is on 2026-02-01.

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